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. >> we went down, inside the room, we were five of us and we closed the door and we waited for about eight or ten seconds, and then was the first fall. >> no one in the family was hurt, but the rocket attacks have killed five people in israel. he thinks the israeli forces will have to attack gaza to stop the rockets. >> doing something is something we have to do. not staying or waiting or trying or only talking. i think we should make it. >> the gaza strip in palestine suffered more serious damage. israeli attacks killed more than 130 civilians. this house was bombed by the israeli air strike on sunday. 11 people were killed. nine of them were women and children. >> translator: women and children were having a meal at home when the bomb hit. why did they have to be killed? the house was totally destroyed. it was a scene of carnage. >> reporter: the search continues for anyone who remains missing. the israeli military says people linked to hamas lived in the house. the attack was criticized because many civilians were killed. israelis have begun an investigation. a funeral was held fo
. >> we went down, inside the room, we were five of us and we closed the door and we waited for about eight or ten seconds, and then was the first fall. >> no one in the family was hurt, but the rocket attacks have killed five people in israel. he thinks the israeli forces will have to attack gaza to stop the rockets. >> doing something is something we have to do. not staying or waiting or trying or only talking. i think we should make it. >> the gaza strip in palestine...
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the premier used a two-hour speech on the first day of the congress toe outline the government's policies for the coming year. he said, china's leaders will put the brakes on their speeding economy and shift from growth to stability. >> translator: the target for this year's economic growth is to increase gdp by 7.5%. we hope to make economic development more sustainable and efficient so as to achieve higher level, higher quality development over a longer period of time. >> reporter: chinese officials had kept the target at around 8% for the past seven years. he also frankly addressed some of the other issues facing the government. >> translator: problems concerning land expropriation, housing demolition, workplace safety, food and drug safety and income distribution are still very serious and the people are still very concerned about them. >> reporter: many chinese people are frustrated with corruption or local bureaucrats for neglecting their duties. the government seems to be trying to maintain social stability to ensure a smooth power transition this fall by placing priority on people
the premier used a two-hour speech on the first day of the congress toe outline the government's policies for the coming year. he said, china's leaders will put the brakes on their speeding economy and shift from growth to stability. >> translator: the target for this year's economic growth is to increase gdp by 7.5%. we hope to make economic development more sustainable and efficient so as to achieve higher level, higher quality development over a longer period of time. >>...
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i'm expecting ishihara to lift us out of this slump. >> translator: he performed well as a tokyo governor, so i have high hopes for him. >> reporter: but ishihara's power base is uncertain. the new party has only five members, all from the former sunrise party of japan. so ishihara has already started seeking collaboration with the japan restoration party. whether ishihara can really become the major third power depends on if we can achieve the tie-ups with the other parties. ishihara also needs to appeal to many floating voters because they are one of the major determinants of the shift of power in the next general election. mitsuko nishikawa, nhk world, tokyo. >>> the most powerful people in china are now busy deciding the country's future. communist party members have been in beijing since thursday at their national congress. attendants are excited about the hottest topic on the table -- who will make up china's next generation of leaders. party officials will reportedly unveil the new lineup on thursday. but a human rights campaigner says the only way china can move forward is to move
i'm expecting ishihara to lift us out of this slump. >> translator: he performed well as a tokyo governor, so i have high hopes for him. >> reporter: but ishihara's power base is uncertain. the new party has only five members, all from the former sunrise party of japan. so ishihara has already started seeking collaboration with the japan restoration party. whether ishihara can really become the major third power depends on if we can achieve the tie-ups with the other parties....
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that message goes like this: if you attack us, you will make us stronger. we will come together, rise with resilience, and emerge more prepared and resolved. unfortunately, in this election season, few voters are thinking about our role in the world or our role on these matters. in fact, in the spring reuters asked registered voters what issues were most important to them in the presidential election campaign. guess how many said foreign policy? three percent. that's compared to 53 percent for jobs in the economy, 14 for health care, and nine for family values. the chicago council's new survey underscores this trend in public thinking. in fact, 38 percent of americans polled among the highest levels ever recorded since the council's 1974 survey during the vietnam war says that the u.s. should stay out of world affairs. and the number of people who support an active role in world affairs has also dropped significantly; from 71 percent in 2002 to 61 percent today. the isolationist trend worries me especially. and it poses the issue of how should the white hou
that message goes like this: if you attack us, you will make us stronger. we will come together, rise with resilience, and emerge more prepared and resolved. unfortunately, in this election season, few voters are thinking about our role in the world or our role on these matters. in fact, in the spring reuters asked registered voters what issues were most important to them in the presidential election campaign. guess how many said foreign policy? three percent. that's compared to 53 percent for...
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we use used picture frames and convert them into trays, to be used for service. it's the most incredible thing because its a moment when you see a human being come to life. when you see that an energy and a life force that was dormant all of a sudden it is at it's full fruition of activity, of engagement, of building their companies. >> entrepreneurship in some parts of it has to have luck. but that luck is not something that comes. it's something that you create, that you go for. and we're trying to create that for our entrepreneurs. by setting up the right events, by setting up the right channels, networking with angels, angels-investors, networking with mentors, networking with expat community. >> we made a product you put in your home, in your factory or in your office, that you can control the electricity in your home. like if you went out of your home and you forgot to turn off something that works on electricity, so you can simply call your home and decide which machine you want to turn off or on. >> it's not important who takes the trophy home tonight bec
we use used picture frames and convert them into trays, to be used for service. it's the most incredible thing because its a moment when you see a human being come to life. when you see that an energy and a life force that was dormant all of a sudden it is at it's full fruition of activity, of engagement, of building their companies. >> entrepreneurship in some parts of it has to have luck. but that luck is not something that comes. it's something that you create, that you go for. and...
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the media used to be heavily censored that included fashion and sports publication. but in june last year, the government lifted many of the restrictions. this is one publisher enjoying the new freedoms. they're managing coverage to foreign fashion levels. the editor in chief says this is more than a business opportunity. democratic reforms are changing society. >> translator: the change taking place now is a very good one. young people are motivated to speak and act freely of their own will. >> reporter: this is what happened when magazines were censored. a photo was modified to hide model's bare back. another example at work. a mini skirt extended to cover the legs. magazine producers now feel they have freedom of expression. and so do local designers. the publisher says saturation is climbing. >> translator: we can now carry pictures of clothes we think are pretty without changing anything. >> reporter: these fashion title for men was launched last november. the latest edition features hip-hop designs. >> translator: myanmar's youths believe in a bright future. i'
the media used to be heavily censored that included fashion and sports publication. but in june last year, the government lifted many of the restrictions. this is one publisher enjoying the new freedoms. they're managing coverage to foreign fashion levels. the editor in chief says this is more than a business opportunity. democratic reforms are changing society. >> translator: the change taking place now is a very good one. young people are motivated to speak and act freely of their own...
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that's because they are behind in installing automatic teller machines and using credit cards. banks in myanmar are also grappling with insufficient know-how on handling foreign exchange. the banking corporation signed the tie-up deal in yangon on monday. sumitomo says it will accept trainees from the bank and provide them with know-how you. the move will help the bank improve its services. >> so far we are 50 years left behind in with near countries. so we have to upgrade our indonesian banking. >> translator: many japanese firms are rushing to get themselves into myanmar. it is very important for us to make sure we satisfy those companies' needs. >> reporter: myanmar right now, foreign banks are not allowed to go into the market. as economic sanctions against the country are still in place. as regulations and sanctions are expected to be lifted at some time in the future, sumitomo mitsi plans to expand its operations with the advantage of ties with the leading bank in the country. the japanese bank wants to enter the market of myanmar, the last frontier in asia, which is rich
that's because they are behind in installing automatic teller machines and using credit cards. banks in myanmar are also grappling with insufficient know-how on handling foreign exchange. the banking corporation signed the tie-up deal in yangon on monday. sumitomo says it will accept trainees from the bank and provide them with know-how you. the move will help the bank improve its services. >> so far we are 50 years left behind in with near countries. so we have to upgrade our indonesian...
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like this sticky rice used for sushi. arborrio, a creamy rice ideal for risotto, and fragrant jasmine, perfect for asian. we even got a variety of rice that doesn't stick. >> reporter: australia exports about 80% of its rice. that has prompted the country to embark on global market research projects. this institute spends about $6.3 million a year studying a variety of rice growing in different parts of the world. it's conducting taste and texture tests and doing dna analysis. to meet the needs of japanese consumers, it has to develop a sticky type of rice. it's costly and time consuming but if the effort pays off the variety could churn out big profits. that tantalizing prospect has prompted the institute to develop an improved variety. this rice is popular in japan, but difficult to grow in australia. >> this is a japanese variety. premium quality japanese cuisine. australia grows a wide range of different quality types and it's in the australian industry and it's important to have japanese style rices in amongst to cat
like this sticky rice used for sushi. arborrio, a creamy rice ideal for risotto, and fragrant jasmine, perfect for asian. we even got a variety of rice that doesn't stick. >> reporter: australia exports about 80% of its rice. that has prompted the country to embark on global market research projects. this institute spends about $6.3 million a year studying a variety of rice growing in different parts of the world. it's conducting taste and texture tests and doing dna analysis. to meet the...
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stay with us. >> welcome back. returning to our top story, voting is under way in the united states presidential election. >> polling stations in all 50 states are open across the country. the contest is neck-and-neck. the president made calls from his campaign headquarters in chicago after he cast his ballot in early voting. his opponent, mitt romney, voted in massachusetts before heading to last-minute rallies in battleground states such as ohio and pennsylvania. if germans were allowed to vote today, the outcome would not be close at all. that is according to a recent poll. >> a full 85% of germans surveyed want to see barack obama stay in office. only 4% would give mitt romney a chance to move into the white house. >> germany's love affair with barack obama goes back to before he was even president when the young senator from illinois came to berlin with a message of hope and change. >> obama first won the hearts of the german public in 2008 and during his campaign for the white house. huge crowds turned out fo
stay with us. >> welcome back. returning to our top story, voting is under way in the united states presidential election. >> polling stations in all 50 states are open across the country. the contest is neck-and-neck. the president made calls from his campaign headquarters in chicago after he cast his ballot in early voting. his opponent, mitt romney, voted in massachusetts before heading to last-minute rallies in battleground states such as ohio and pennsylvania. if germans were...
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but the government is giving us little assistance. i want effective policies in place to help japan grow. >> an expert points out that abe's government should waste no time laying out a concrete path for sustained economic growth. >> i think in the short term, through the next summer, there will be enthusiasm, some excitement, about a new leadership. and that mr. abe can take advantage of that, now, however, in the long run, we are still moving towards a crisis, fiscal crisis. mr. abe needs to present a long-term blue print for the japanese economy. that is going to be a very, very tough challenge. >>> u.s. president barack obama said americans cannot tolerate another mass shooting. he addressed mourners at a vigil for 26 people killed at the school in connecticut. >> we honestly say we're doing enough to keep our children, all of them, safe from harm? we will have to change. >> this was the fourth time obama had to attend a memorial for victims of a mass shooting. the gunman walked into the elementary school on friday with an assault
but the government is giving us little assistance. i want effective policies in place to help japan grow. >> an expert points out that abe's government should waste no time laying out a concrete path for sustained economic growth. >> i think in the short term, through the next summer, there will be enthusiasm, some excitement, about a new leadership. and that mr. abe can take advantage of that, now, however, in the long run, we are still moving towards a crisis, fiscal crisis. mr....
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tv networks ran a news clip using reports by foreign news agencies. but it took a full six hours for the chinese government to issue a formal comment.ititititititit press conference of the foreign ministry. >> translator: it's regrettable that north korea went ahead with the launch, despite the international's community close attention. as a member of the united nations, the north has the obligation to respect security council resolutions. >> reporter: china is north korea's neighbor and the most important of its fuel lines, also an economic superpower, since fighting the korean war together, the two countries have maintained close relations. in september, north korea held a briefing in beijing, calling for massive investment in a special economic zone. the north's economy is in dire shape, and the only way it will improve is through investment from abroad. the most important issue for china now is consistent economic growth. so it will avert any tensions that might destabilize the surrounding nation. last month, a leading member of china's communist
tv networks ran a news clip using reports by foreign news agencies. but it took a full six hours for the chinese government to issue a formal comment.ititititititit press conference of the foreign ministry. >> translator: it's regrettable that north korea went ahead with the launch, despite the international's community close attention. as a member of the united nations, the north has the obligation to respect security council resolutions. >> reporter: china is north korea's...
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. >> translator: it is difficult for us to control regional conflicts in which small weapons are used. we in japan must create an environment in which we can contribute to peace-building. >> reporter: but the key players are big weapon producers such as the united states. the u.s. is the world's biggest weapons exporter, accounting for one-third of the total value of global arms shipment. washington initially opposed the treaty. but president obama reversed that position. his administration is not so forthcoming on some of the scope of the treaty, though, such as small arms or ammunition. guns are very popular in the u.s. a new poll indicates more than 40% of american households own a gun. some lawmakers resist any international law that might, in their view, infringe american people's constitutional right to arm themselves. the u.s. is also the biggest exporter of ammunition and produces over 7 billion rounds a year. the country has resisted the proposed inclusion of ammunition in the scope of the treaty on the ground that it is impractical. russia and china have also raised concerns
. >> translator: it is difficult for us to control regional conflicts in which small weapons are used. we in japan must create an environment in which we can contribute to peace-building. >> reporter: but the key players are big weapon producers such as the united states. the u.s. is the world's biggest weapons exporter, accounting for one-third of the total value of global arms shipment. washington initially opposed the treaty. but president obama reversed that position. his...
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for both of us. >> reporter: they own about 30 american companies. executives maintain they are playing an important role in the u.s. >> we bought quite a few company out of bankruptcy and those company would have been closed if we didn't buy it. from that point of view, we are very proud in terms of saving american job. >> reporter: an expert on u.s./china relations says the next president will have to adopt policy to an evolving relationship. >> to a large extent the relationship between the u.s. and china is stable because it's so complicated. there are so many areas of interaction -- the trade relationship, the cultural exchanges. the practical relationship has to continue, and the economic and interactions will continue. >> reporter: as china's economic power grows, friction, as well as economic ties with the u.s. are bound to increase. whoever wins the presidential election will have to balance the tough talk with constructive action. >> earlier i spoke with susumu kojima, who has been following the u.s. election. susumu, obviously campaign tal
for both of us. >> reporter: they own about 30 american companies. executives maintain they are playing an important role in the u.s. >> we bought quite a few company out of bankruptcy and those company would have been closed if we didn't buy it. from that point of view, we are very proud in terms of saving american job. >> reporter: an expert on u.s./china relations says the next president will have to adopt policy to an evolving relationship. >> to a large extent the...
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